English Explanatory Dictionary

toughen

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To make tough.
  2. To become tough.

Pronunciation

/ˈtʌfən/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-toughen.wav

Word forms

toughen toughens toughening toughened

Etymology

From tough + -en.

Derived words

toughen up
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